PREPARE BEFORE YOU APPLY
It helps to know what information the Joint Application Form requires and have your project details ready.
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KNOW YOUR CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Gilly asks for your Conservation District when you begin your application.
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KNOW YOUR PROJECT LOCATION
Have the stream or waterbody name, project location and property information ready.
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GATHER PHOTOS, PLANS & MAPS
Have current site photos and any plans, drawings, maps or sketches you already have.
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HAVE YOUR PROJECT DESCRIPTION READY
Be ready to explain what you plan to do, why the work is needed and how it will be completed.
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HAVE YOUR CONSTRUCTION DETAILS READY
Know your proposed timing, project dimensions, materials and equipment.
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PLAN TO MINIMIZE IMPACTS
Be ready to explain how you will reduce erosion, sedimentation, vegetation disturbance and other impacts to the stream and surrounding area.
IMPORTANT! WAIT TO BUY MATERIALS OR BEGIN WORK.
Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) recommends waiting to purchase construction materials until required permits are issued because project details or materials may change during review